A special Mom: Mother's day photo contest winner

Oralia Lopez had no idea her daughter submitted a story about how much she means to her.

"I'm speechless," Lopez said choking back tears. "It's very nice. I didn't know they had done that. I'm very touched."

Lopez, of Victoria, was elated about winning the Advocate's Mother's Day photo contest.

Lopez said being a mother is about love.

"Always be there for them, no matter what the situation is," she said. "It takes a lot to be there for them."

New contest

Equally as important as our mothers are our fathers. What makes your father special? Why is he the light of your world? We want to see and know.

Submit photos to Your Photos. Include contact information and why your father is special. Deadline for submitting photos is 5 p.m. June 7. The person who submits the winning photo will receive two free movie tickets.

We also will feature these special Dads in your Advocate on Father's Day.